By PartyZone, foam-event lead – Reviewed by operations reviewer – Last reviewed July 10, 2026.
Yes – foam parties are safe for kids when the equipment is set up and supervised properly. The foam solution is skin-safe and biodegradable, PartyZone follows SIOTO safety practices, and a trained attendant runs the machine for the whole party. Parents should plan on goggles for kids who rub their eyes, closed-toe water shoes, and an adult watching the foam zone.
The foam is made from a concentrated solution mixed with water and pushed through the machine as air. It is skin-safe and biodegradable, which is why it works on grass and breaks down on its own instead of leaving a residue behind. It is still soap, though, so it belongs on skin and clothes rather than in eyes or mouths.
Two sets of eyes. A PartyZone attendant stays with the machine for the entire party – starting it, aiming it, adjusting the flow, and stopping it when it is time. Parents or staff supervise the kids inside the foam, the same way you would at a pool. PartyZone has run events across the New Orleans area since 2009 and carries a $2 million insurance policy, which is what parks, schools, and churches usually ask for.
Dress them like they are going in the water:
Leave phones, glasses, and anything electronic in a dry bin away from the foam.
Foam hides the ground, so the surface underneath matters more than the foam itself. Grass and turf give the best grip. Before we start, clear the area of patio furniture, grills, hoses, sprinkler heads, and anything with a hard edge, and keep the foam zone away from steps, decks, and the pool. Water shoes, no running contests, and no diving into the foam handle the rest. Our attendant helps manage the play area while the machine runs.
They can be, with hands-on adult supervision. Foam piles up fast, and on a small child it reaches eye and shoulder level quickly, so a toddler should always have an adult within arm’s reach. A contained foam pit is the better choice for little ones because the play area has a clear edge. Running the party in waves – little kids first, older kids after – works well for mixed age groups.
The solution is biodegradable and dissipates on its own, so there is no pile to shovel and no lasting mess on the lawn. Rinse down concrete or a patio afterward so it is not slick, and keep pets inside during the party – not because the foam will hurt them, but because a dog in a foam pile is a hard dog to find.
New Orleans summer storms move fast. If lightning shows up, the machine stops and everyone comes out of the open – the same rule as any outdoor event. On very hot afternoons, set up shade and keep drinking water at the edge of the foam zone; kids playing that hard forget to drink. Ask us about rescheduling when you book so you already know your options if the forecast turns.
Backyards from Lakeview to Algiers are the most common setting, but we also run foam at school field days, camp weeks, and church youth nights across Greater New Orleans. If your event is on public park land, check with the venue before booking – many New Orleans parks are managed through NORD, and they will tell you what they need from you and from us.
Yes, when the setup and supervision are right. The foam is skin-safe and biodegradable, a PartyZone attendant runs the machine for the whole party, and PartyZone follows SIOTO safety practices. Kids should wear closed-toe water shoes, and an adult should be watching the foam zone.
Rinse with clean water and give it a minute - it stings like shampoo rather than causing harm. Keep a water bottle and towels at the edge of the play area, and use goggles for kids who touch their faces a lot.
The solution is skin-safe and used at kids' events all season. If your child has a known skin condition or allergy, rinse off right after the party and check with your pediatrician first, the same as you would with pool chemicals.
Yes. An attendant delivers, sets up, runs the machine through your event, and handles takedown. Supervising the kids in the foam stays with the parents, teachers, or staff hosting the event.
Safety guidance references SIOTO. Park and public-space guidance references the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (nordc.org). Published July 10, 2026; last reviewed July 10, 2026.